CARLSTADT, NJ -- Betson Enterprises, the nation's largest equipment distributor, has promoted Scott Gilmore to the newly created post of director of FEC sales and consulting. In this role, he will work with present and planned location-based amusement centers, to help direct their entertainment projects.

Gilmore is a 14-year veteran of H. Betti Industries, Betson's parent company, and brings more than 30 years' industry experience to his new task. He learned every aspect of the coin-op business by running his family's street amusement business prior to joining HBI. At Betson, he has concentrated on the seasonal Jersey Shore business and large regional installations.

Gilmore's core competencies range from floor plan layout through gameroom selection to redemption design and merchandising, all tailored to increase revenue and maximize return on investment.

"Scott's new role gives him jurisdiction to work with all Betson offices, salesmen and customers on their entertainment projects," said HBI president Bob Geschine.